CDA Continues Operation Against Encroachments in Sector E-12; Recovers 16 Kanals of Acquired Land and Resumes Development Activities

Date: Sep 17, 2026

ISLAMABAD, September 16, 2026: The Capital Development Authority (CDA) has continued its comprehensive operation against unauthorized occupation, encroachments and illegal structures in Sector E-12, Islamabad, reaffirming its commitment to protecting public land and ensuring the timely completion of development works in the sector. As part of the ongoing enforcement and land-recovery measures, the CDA has recently recovered approximately 16 kanals of acquired CDA land in Sector E-12 that had remained under unauthorized occupation. The site had been used for accommodation of private security guards, a holiday home and 14 shops that were being commercially rented out. The recovery of the land follows verification of the relevant record and completion of the necessary legal and administrative process. With possession of the acquired land restored to the Authority, development activities at the site are being resumed, removing an obstacle that had affected the timely execution of infrastructure and public facilities in the sector. During the operation, senior officers of the CDA and AGC (G) were also present at the site and monitored the enforcement and land-recovery activities. Their presence reflected the coordinated efforts of the concerned authorities to ensure that the operation was carried out in accordance with the applicable law and prescribed procedures. The CDA has reiterated that acquired public land is held for public purposes and cannot be occupied or commercially exploited without lawful authorization. The Authority has made it clear that unauthorized occupation which obstructs approved development projects will be dealt with in accordance with law. The ongoing operation in E-12 is part of the Authority's broader efforts to remove illegal constructions and encroachments from the Federal Capital. The CDA has directed the concerned formations to ensure the removal of illegal constructions and encroachments in Sector E-12 and to expedite development and possession-related activities for allottees. The Authority has emphasized that enforcement action is being undertaken after verification of land records and in accordance with prescribed legal and administrative procedures. At the same time, genuine and legally established rights will be dealt with through the relevant forums and mechanisms provided under the law. The CDA further stated that the purpose of the operation is not merely the removal of encroachments, but also the protection of acquired land, restoration of planned land use, removal of obstacles to development and provision of infrastructure and civic facilities to residents and allottees of Sector E-12. The recovery of the land will facilitate the continuation and acceleration of development activities in the sector. The Authority has directed the relevant formations to ensure that development proceeds according to approved plans, prescribed standards and the requirements of residents and allottees. The CDA has also reiterated its policy that public land must be utilized for the benefit of the people of Islamabad. Unauthorized occupation, encroachment and private commercial use of public land, particularly where such activities obstruct public development, will not be permitted. The Authority will continue monitoring Sector E-12 and will take further action, wherever required, against unauthorized occupation and illegal construction in accordance with law. *The CDA remains committed to protecting public land, upholding the rule of law, removing encroachments and ensuring the timely development of Sector E-12 for the benefit of its residents and allottees.*